Course Name: INTRO TO ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS CAREERS
Course Number: 80070
Open to: Grades 9-10-11-12
Length: 1 Semester
Credits: 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: None
Content: This class will be a two-part class taught in both the Tech Ed department and the Art Department. Students will spend time researching the Career Cluster of Arts, A/V Technology and Communications. Each student will explore all six pathways within this cluster. Upon completion of the course, students will have the knowledge to make an educated decision on what pathway and plan of study they will continue to explore. The course will give the student the opportunity to experience a variety of mediums used in commercial art studios, agencies, publishing and manufacturing in today's business world. Practical problems will be presented that will prove challenging and will broaden the appreciation of art and design. Students will develop an understanding of the conceptual, technical and theoretical issues related to design in graphics, film, illustration printing, and publishing.
Activities: Product and Packaging Design, Commercial Advertisement, Printing Processes, field trips, and guest speakers
Cost: A lab fee will be required for this class.